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Yes you are correct, guess it depends if it rises when the engine is running.
You are aways super critical when you buy a new 'old' car though!
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Yes you are correct, guess it depends if it rises when the engine is running.
You are aways super critical when you buy a new 'old' car though!
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It was showing less than this when I started it that morning which is why I wasn't panicking. Plus, the pic of the gauge was taken with the engine running, so it should be showing 13.7 - 14.2 volts.
Thanks. No, not been to see that one, bit too far - 600 mile round trip...
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I mentioned a gearbox oil leak earlier in the thread, which has resulted in some further investigation being undertaken over the weekend;
IMG_1378 by Chris, on Flickr
IMG_1377 by Chris, on Flickr
IMG_1379-2 by Chris, on Flickr
IMG_1375 by Chris, on Flickr
All seems good up front, it has the "right" exhaust manifolds for a start.
IMG_1373-2 by Chris, on Flickr
Moving to the back of the car...
A leak from the diff oil seals would be consistent with the evidence, the brace between the exhausts was liberally coated in gearbox oil;
IMG_1364 by Chris, on Flickr
But the seals are dry;
IMG_1371 by Chris, on Flickr
IMG_1372 by Chris, on Flickr
It seems to be coming from above the rubber bung in the pic below. There are some actuators up there but I don't think they're the cause and I do think it is gearbox oil.
I was seriously hungover at the time so I didn't get to far into it, I just topped the gearbox oil up with 3-400ml (apparently it takes 3l) of 75/90 and I'll look into later when I've finished rebuilding the other car's engine.
IMG_1378 by Chris, on Flickr
IMG_1377 by Chris, on Flickr
IMG_1379-2 by Chris, on Flickr
IMG_1375 by Chris, on FlickrAll seems good up front, it has the "right" exhaust manifolds for a start.
IMG_1373-2 by Chris, on FlickrMoving to the back of the car...
A leak from the diff oil seals would be consistent with the evidence, the brace between the exhausts was liberally coated in gearbox oil;
IMG_1364 by Chris, on FlickrBut the seals are dry;
IMG_1371 by Chris, on Flickr
IMG_1372 by Chris, on FlickrIt seems to be coming from above the rubber bung in the pic below. There are some actuators up there but I don't think they're the cause and I do think it is gearbox oil.
I was seriously hungover at the time so I didn't get to far into it, I just topped the gearbox oil up with 3-400ml (apparently it takes 3l) of 75/90 and I'll look into later when I've finished rebuilding the other car's engine.
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Alternator charge to the battery should be over 14v, 14.5 preferably so I would suspect the alternator. Saying that the gauges arnt that reliable.
She looks lovely. Check the brass nut to the bottom of the oil tank for leak/cracking. In the OS front wing. Known issue.
She looks lovely. Check the brass nut to the bottom of the oil tank for leak/cracking. In the OS front wing. Known issue.
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There's varying advice on alternator output but the tester we have is a clever bit of kit (does much more than just look at battery voltage) and it says it's ok.
Thanks.
Er OK, but why am I checking it? The front end was free from leaks, just a bit dirty...
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No sign of oil on the pipe but whilst under there (risking your life!) you may as well check it.
If needed:
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The same thought did occur to me. I assume, to get at it, you have to remove the boot floor and spare wheel well?
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No sign of oil on the pipe but whilst under there (risking your life!) you may as well check it.
If needed:
H01-02211 Split Nut
Quality parts for your Ferrari, worldwide distribution, trusted by countless Ferrari Workshops. Hill Engineering Ferrari Parts where quality is our passion.
The split nut is a novel solution, not seen that before. And yes, I agree, that's an issue that is definitely worth checking. Thanks for the heads up both.
For the record, I did level the car off and had it sitting on both axle stands (and jacks) after I took the pic...
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Am I the only to wonder how a gearbox leak not getting picked up by a PPI?? Or even before that, how does a reputable dealer would not have addressed that or even mentioned it to the buyer?
I think OP is taking this whole thing very positively as in his shoes, I would already be on the phone with the dealer and discuss warranty claim etc...
I think OP is taking this whole thing very positively as in his shoes, I would already be on the phone with the dealer and discuss warranty claim etc...
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The dealer can not make that call. There is no such thing as a private sale from a dealer. The sale of goods act covers this and the dealer is obliged by law to fix issues with or without a warranty.
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Within some limits this is correct. A dealer is not able to make a private sale, even if the buyer agrees.
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Putting aside the fact that I would wish to honour my own word, if I were inclined to pursue the matter (which I'm not), the car fulfils the requirements set out in your attachment.
It would be a different case if I found, for example, substantial corrosion issues meaning the engine was about to fall out. But we're talking about a minor gearbox oil leak that is noted in the MOT history as an advisory and doesn't present (touches wood) a major problem.
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It's not an easy colour to take a picture of though, plays havoc with the light sensor and camera's dynamic range.
What do you think of the black wheels? I like them but both my Dad and my Brother think they look ****...